by our College Data Analytics TeamIs Louisiana Tech worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
Louisiana Tech is ranked #909 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D+. Within Louisiana, it ranks #16 of 47 for value.
These Louisiana Tech majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Architecture & Related Services, Other | #1 of 3 |
| Architecture (Other) | #1 of 3 |
| Architecture / Urban Planning | #1 of 3 |
| Electronic / Computer Technology | #2 of 8 |
| Other Engineering | #4 of 19 |
| Engineering | #4 of 19 |
| Forestry, General | #4 of 24 |
| Forestry | #4 of 32 |
| Environment / Natural Resources | #4 of 32 |
| Interior Architecture | #5 of 30 |
Below is the detailed Louisiana Tech value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Louisiana Tech University is ranked #5 out of #50 in Louisiana for quality and #16 out of #47 for Louisiana value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Louisiana Tech financial aid page to be sure.
Louisiana Tech University is ranked #909 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Louisiana Tech University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Louisiana Tech costs about $13,339. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $53,356 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $24,156 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $11,864 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,339 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $53,356 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Louisiana Tech net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Louisiana Tech degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $96,624 | — | — |
| All Students | $53,356 | #909 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $47,456 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $96,624 | — | — |
| All Students | $53,356 | #16 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $47,456 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Louisiana Tech shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $8,529 |
| $30K–$48K | $9,010 |
| $48K–$75K | $11,846 |
| $75K–$110K | $15,442 |
| Over $110K | $15,634 |
About 88% of Louisiana Tech undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $9,493 per year. Get more details on the Louisiana Tech financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Louisiana Tech net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.